Panda Express Sizzling Shrimp Recipe
This Panda Express Sizzling Shrimp Recipe is a quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring tender shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a bold, savory-sweet sauce. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is perfect for a fast and satisfying homemade meal.
4 Servings
Ingredients
For the Stir-Fry
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 8 oz sugar snap peas
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For the Sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon chili paste adjust based on spice preference
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Instructions
Prepare the Shrimp
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
- Add the shrimp and sauté for approximately 2-3 minutes, turning once, until they turn pink and opaque.
- Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside.
Sauté the Aromatics
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes, or until the onions become slightly translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
Cook the Vegetables
- Add the sugar snap peas and red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring the vegetables remain crisp-tender.
Prepare the Sauce
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together water, cornstarch, soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, chili paste, and brown sugar until fully combined.
Combine the Ingredients
- Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the vegetables, stirring continuously as it thickens.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, ensuring they are evenly coated with the sauce. Stir everything together and allow it to cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fully heated through.
Serve and Enjoy
- Remove the stir-fry from heat and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
To make this Panda Express Sizzling Shrimp Recipe gluten-free, substitute the soy sauce with gluten-free tamari and ensure the oyster sauce is certified gluten-free. Additionally, confirm that the chili paste does not contain gluten-based additives.